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Bowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bowl by Grayson Perry. A black ceramic bowl with a glossy finish, the bowl is wider at the top than at the base, with a short stem at the bottom. The interior and exterior surfaces are smooth and reflective. The shape is symmetrical and the color is uniform. The background is light gray with the bowl casting a shadow on the surface below.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Porcelain with purplish-blue glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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